VDM Counseling Team

OUR CORE BELIEFS

• All students are capable of learning and finding success.

• All students have the right to equitable treatment, support, and access to academic and social opportunities.

• All students have the right to receive a high-quality education.

• All students should receive consistent and accurate academic, social-emotional, and career training to prepare them for life after graduation.

• All students deserve to attend a school which encourages healthy identity development and active allyship for all groups.

• All students should have access to a comprehensive school counseling program to enhance academic, social-emotional, and career outcomes. It should be delivered in a multi-tier, multi-domain system of support which aligns with the ASCA National Model.

• School Counselors should collaborate with students, families, teachers, administrators, and the community to create the most effective program possible.

• School Counselors are professionals who must maintain confidentiality and meet the ASCA Ethical Standards.

• School Counselors use data to remove systemic barriers, improve school climate, and foster a culture of respect.

OUR MISSION STATEMENT

The School counseling Program at Vista del Mar Middle School will provide all students with a comprehensive school counseling program which supports the academic achievement of every student through college and career planning, building social-emotional skills, and equitable academic planning. The School Counseling program will utilize multiple data points to identify the unique needs of our students and advocate for equitable access and support. Our program is dedicated to providing students with the knowledge, mindset, and skills to become well-balanced and productive members of today’s ever-changing society.

OUR VISION STATEMENT

Students of Vista del Mar Middle School will be empowered to find solutions to their own problems, advocate for themselves, and behave in a manner that is socially responsible. Students will utilize the social, academic, and career skills necessary to make informed decisions for their futures and be productive members of society. Students will utilize emotional regulation skills to manage life’s big events, and will seek support if needed, without stigma. 

Students will be confident in their identity and celebrate differences.